1998 Citroen XM vs. 1953 Porsche 1300
To start off, 1998 Citroen XM is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Porsche 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Porsche 1300 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1953 Porsche 1300. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1953 Porsche 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen XM weights approximately 430 kg more than 1953 Porsche 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Porsche 1300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Porsche 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Porsche 1300. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Porsche 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen XM | 1953 Porsche 1300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | XM | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2110 mm |
